Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Manhattan Beach Neighborhood of Manhattan Beach, CA from $500 (32 Rentals)

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1436 12th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1436 12th St

1436 12th StManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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Windsor House
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor House

1150 Tennyson StManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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1511 Artesia Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

1511 Artesia Blvd

1511 Artesia BlvdManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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1200 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1200 Manhattan Beach Blvd

1200 Manhattan Beach BlvdManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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Manhattan Beach Artesia
1 Bedroom Apartments

Manhattan Beach Artesia

1555 Artesia BlvdManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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1826-1828 12th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1826-1828 12th St

1826-1828 12th StManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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2404 Mathews Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2404 Mathews Ave

2404 Mathews AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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1831 Grant Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1831 Grant Ave

1831 Grant AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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2200 Grant Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2200 Grant Ave

2200 Grant AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Ocean Air
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean Air

2320 Vanderbilt LnRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Sea Air Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Air Apartments

2020 Artesia BlvdRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Rockefeller Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rockefeller Apartments

2013 Rockefeller LnRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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1900 Rockefeller Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1900 Rockefeller Ln

1900 Rockefeller LnRedondo Beach, CA 90278

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The Mosaic Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Mosaic Apartments

2116-2118 Vanderbilt LnRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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The Palms
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Palms

1803 Pacific Coast HwyHermosa Beach, CA 90254
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Gates Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Gates Apartments

2104-2106 Gates AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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2215 Nelson Ave.
2 Bedroom Apartments

2215 Nelson Ave.

2213 Nelson AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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2115 Grant Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2115 Grant Ave

2115 Grant AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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2115 Mathews Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2115 Mathews Ave

2115 Mathews AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Nelson Ave Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Nelson Ave Apartments

2116 Nelson AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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1731 Pacific Coast Hwy
2 Bedroom Apartments

1731 Pacific Coast Hwy

1731 Pacific Coast HwyHermosa Beach, CA 90254
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

East Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Manhattan Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Manhattan Beach area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sea Air Apartments priced from $2,025. 2120 Vanderbilt Ln has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,350. Here are the most affordable East Manhattan Beach apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sea Air Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,025
2120 Vanderbilt LnTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2,350
1900 Rockefeller Ln1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,390
Heritage Pointe Senior Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,499
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$2,695
The Eagle Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,700
1643 Artesia Blvd2bdr/1bath2BR,1BA$2,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Manhattan Beach, CA

As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Manhattan Beach area is the $3.14 price per square foot 2102 Mathews Ave Model at 2102 Mathews Ave, Unit B in the in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value East Manhattan Beach apartment is the 813 15th St Model at 813 15th St, Unit 813 starting at $4,400 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the Hermosa Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Manhattan Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2102 Mathews Ave, Unit B2102 Mathews Ave3BR,2BA$3.14
813 15th St, Unit 813813 15th St2BR,1.5BA$3.67
1643 Artesia Blvd2bdr/1bath2BR,1BA$2.92
The Eagle Apartments2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.61
2220 Huntington Ln, Unit 32220 Huntington Ln2BR,1.5BA$3.33
2120 Vanderbilt LnTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.13
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$4.15
1702 Wollacott St, Unit Wollacott Apartment1702 Wollacott St1BR,1BA$3.33
1900 Rockefeller Ln1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.16
Sea Air Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.05

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Manhattan Beach Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Manhattan Beach Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Manhattan Beach Apartment is $2,025 at Sea Air Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Manhattan Beach Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Manhattan Beach is starting from $2,350 at 2120 Vanderbilt Ln.

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